-by Senator Jerry Behn June 5, 2020 The legislative session re-started this week, continuing the work from a couple months ago and with a few new challenges ahead. This session looks much different than it did when we paused. Now, committee meetings are held in the Senate chamber instead of committee rooms to allow for social distancing, and speakers on…
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Landowner saying ‘no’ to Highland Township CAFO
~by Janice Harbaugh for Greene County News Online Steve Drulias of California, owner of 5 acres in Highland Township that’s at the center of a controversy over a construction permit for a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO) by Stumpf Finishers LLC, told Janice Harbaugh of Greene County News Online, “I don’t want it built.” During a telephone interview June 6,…
Read MorePeaceful protest slated for Tuesday
A peaceful protest of the killing of George Floyd and others will be held Tuesday, June 9, at noon at the outside the courthouse. Some signs will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own. Participants may walk along the sidewalk, stand, or sit (bring a chair). “This is an opportunity to peacefully stand with our dear Black…
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